Outreach Workers work in the centre and in the community to help parents with young children under five to know about, and access, the services available. They can help with 2 year funding and signpost to support service e.g. housing, debt management, benefit issues etc. If you have not been to the centre before, call to speak to the outreach worker, when you will be given information that may be useful to you.
The outreach workers are based at Old Moat Sure Start 0161 446 2131
All sessions except the Healthy Child Clinic require booking in advance to ensure that no-one is turned away.
Mobile phones/cameras cannot be used in the centre. Please do not be upset if asked to put them away.
Other Useful Numbers:
Child Benefit / Child Benefit Helpline 0300 200 3100
Baby Immunisations/clinic / Burnage Health Centre 0161 443 0610
Employment and Education / Jobcentre – 0800 055 6686
Old Moat jobs club phone Paula
0161 434 1555
Courses on Computing, Health & Social Care, Volunteering, Work Clubs, Half term play-scheme, Talk English classes, Child care and other courses available / Paula O’Reilly 0161 434 1555
Elizabeth Slinger Police station / 0161 872 5050
Burnage health Visiting Team / 0161 443 0610
Didsbury Library story sessions
(term time only)
Monday 2.00pm-2.30pm
Thursday 10. 00am- 10.30am / 0161 227 3755
Withington Library story sessions
(term time only)
Wednesday 10. 30am- 11.00am / 0161 227 3720
Proud 2 b Parents - a service for LGBT parents and their children A Monthly get together between 2pm- 4pm based at Darley Avenue Children Centre. Various activities each month, please see our website for more information. For more info please see
If you have time to volunteer on a regular basis please contact a member of the outreach team 0161 446 2131, who will support and give advice about volunteering.
Registering your Childs birth: Please contact Manchester Birth Registration 0161 234 5005 or Rusholme Sure Start 0161 227 3171
Parents are invited to attend meetings to discuss and influence the actions for the Centre.
School Readiness sub- group Monday 26th September Old Moat 10.00am – 12.30am
Health Sub-Group To be arranged
Advisory Group To be arranged
WHAT’S ON
Didsbury Park
Children’s Centre
2016
Didsbury Park Sure Start Children’s Centre
(Situated in Didsbury Park)
Didsbury Park,
799 Wilmslow Road
Didsbury
M20 2RW
(For Sat Nav M20 6WH)
Tel: 0161 434 1601
Fax: 0161 276 7589
We aim to provide a safe and healthy place for children and adults
Mums, Dads, Carers, Grandparents, Aunties, Uncles, friends and family
All welcome
Please note priority is given to Didsbury and Withington parents.
Monday
time / event / notes9.30 -11.30am / Baby Group
Suitable for 0-12 months old / Bookings only , contact the centre on Friday to book you place for Monday Meet new Mums and Dads and make friends.
1pm – 2.45 pm
(last entry 2.00 p.m) / “Stay and Play”
Under 5 years
Term time only / Bookings only - contact the centre on Friday or Monday to book your place. Meet new parents and children from around your local area . Learn and have fun exploring through a variety of activities provided.
12.00pm-4.00pm Self-referral through the web-site or via GP or call 0161-226-3871 / “Self Help Services” / Confidential support for all
Tuesday
time / event / notes9.15am – 11.15am
This session will be held at Broad Oak primary school, M20 5QB / “Stay and Play” Broad Oak Primary School
2 -4 years
Term time only / Bookings only, contact the centre on Monday to book your place. A Variety of activities to support school readiness for 2 year olds , includes stories and rhymes. Snack provided.
1.00pm – 2.30pm
Last entry 2.15pm. / “Healthy Child Drop-in Clinic” / For more information call Burnage Health Centre on 0161 443 0610.
9.30am -11.30am / Various Courses through out the year / Please ask staff for details
Wednesday
event / notesSessions start 9.30am onwards / “Jo Jingles” / Term time only. Free if baby under 6 months, otherwise 3 sessions for £10. Contact Charlotte on 07540626233 or Email to book.
1.00pm-3.00pm / “Twins group.” / Bookings only twin’s age 0-5 years. Self-help support group for parents with twins.
Thursday
time / event / notesStory session
10.00 am- 11.30 am
Any enquiries phone Cathy for enquiries 07932021228 / “Bob Tales”
3months – 3 years
Interactive story session includes story songs and activities based on Children’s story book / Bookings only Telephone Didsbury Park on Wednesday to book a place.
£2.00 per child.
1.00pm – 3.00pm / “Childminder’s Drop-In”
Term time only / Session for professional childminders.
12.00pm-4.00pm Self-referral through the web-site or via GP or call 0161-226-3871 / “Self Help Services” / Confidential support for all
Friday
time / event / notes9.30pm -11.15 a.m. / “Stay and Play”
Under 5 years
Term time only / Bookings only, contact the centre on Thursday to book a place. Meet new parents and children from around your local area . Learn and have fun exploring through a variety of activities provided.
1.30-2.15 p.m. / “Little Superstars” from walking upwards
Term time only / No need to book, Physical activities for walking toddlers upwards. 1st session free, £3 per session. Pay as you go. Term time only
1.00pm-3.00pm / Ladybarn Stay and Play
Ladybarn community Centre, Royle Street, M14 6RN 0161 225 2093 / No need to book Have fun learning through play activities, rhymes songs, and snack provided.
Saturday
1.00pm-4.00pm / “Short Breaks Saturday Club” / Session for children with additional needs or disabilities. Contact Kay Gallagher 0161 230 1420